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Show Davis Standard Thursday, simulator at Salt Lake Citys Golf Augusta at 4408 S 900 I ast i In addition to Bountiful, 20 courses and a driving range are now available on the Gull Augusta system that was developed by former Bountiful resident and current Cl O of I ull Swing Golf Simulators, I loyd Arnold. Other courses on the Golf Augusta sys- tem include such world renowned tracks as Pmehurst No. 2, Pebble Beach, Dorado Beach, Bay hill and 1 irestone. t According to Golf Augusta owner Ken Ward, Although golf simulators were originally developed years ago, it has only been in the past year or so that technology has been able to provide a realistic golfing experience. Our full Swing Goll Simulator utilizes the most current technology, including graphics and an extremely sophisticated dual tracking system that can actually measure what a ball would do on a real golf course within of an inch. Since the visual images are paired with sound eltects like quacking ducks, airplanes flying overhead and even the dreaded sound of a ball hitting a tree, this is the closest thing there is to playing a real course. one-tent- h After players make tee off times (Golf Augusta's winter hours are from 9 a m. to 10 p m. Monday through Saturday, and 9 am. to 5 pm. Sunday), they bring their own clubs and hit real golf balls (provided by Golf Augusta) into a animated screen. One to eight golfers can play at one time. Most foursomes of average ability can usually complete nine holes in ubout two hours. Cost to play, regardless of the number of players, is $24 per hour. ness and wind velocity. Golf Augusta is currently the only Utah golf facility to allow actual play on the lull Suing Golf simulator (there are two Utah golf club retailers that employ the system for club testing only). Ward said Golf Augustas Tull Swing system has been greatly improved within the past couple of weeks thanks to the installation of new computer software. Golf Augusta has owned the I ull Swing system for a year, and plans to install a second system within the next month. ' Extension agent wins national award LOGAN - Frances Price, 'USU Extension agent in San jjuan County, has won the top 'national diversity award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture lor improving the lives of Native American families in southeast ern Utah. t A plaque was presented to Price in Atlanta last month during the annual meeting of the National Association of State Un- and iversities Land-Gra- nt Colleges. She is also 1998 recipi-- t nt of the Child Advocate of the Year award presented by the Utah Chapter of Child Abuse Prevention. Price, who just retired from the Extension after serving 22 years in Ptute and San Juan counties, was cited by the USDA for exemplary leadership in helping to prevent violence and abuse among local families, notably those in the Navajo Nation and the southern Ute Tribe. She has chaired the San Juan County Child Abuse Prevention Team for six years, sponsoring a coflfeN ence each year to help; parents, educators and others recognize and prevent abuse. ' She has addressed fetal alcohol syndrome as 'a form of child abuse in four annual conferences sponsored with Navajo Nation leaders, reaching some 500 parents and professionals. Among 262-364- 4. simula- O tor, Golf Augusta sells brand name and custom made clubs and accessories, and offers on- F-8- 9, 3, F-9- 4, F-1- C-1- t i o IGA pro. t Xf 927-104- 7 , .4 fit, a. fiJittft j e ' " titfti'' rw r o o Layton , f f 4' t' fjr rff vN Yet many other activities, she has won federal grants to equip a community recreation program for high-ns- k youth in Monticcllo, proorganized an gram in Blanding and provided materials and training for 20 volunteers to present Youre in Charge" seminars to 1,000 children in Navajo elementary schools. K it anti-bullyi- t ft iJ n Prices huge area of San Juan County covers about 8,000 square miles. She has criss- crossed it numerous tunes in an old county van, often driving nine hours a day on sand and slick-roc- k track to reach isolated Navajo families and groups. Price is routinely invited to ceremonies rarely seen by whites, including powwows and Native American weddings. 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Prices Effective Dec . i 1 Norbest Frozen Turkey Standard-Examine- r Your Guide To Finding The Perfect Gift For Everyone On Tour List t f A screening committee, headed by Marilyn Corbin of Pennsylvania State Univer- Sityr recommended Price for the t7SDA Award ' from a pool of nominees from across the United States. During some years this coveted award goes to a team of people, explained Corbin. But Frances Prices remarkable contributions to Native Americans have been the equivalent of an entire team of dedicated leaders working together. C 1 1 ,! V U Airplane Talk programs set HILL AIR FORCE BASE -During the month of January, Airplane Talk at the Hill Aerospace Museum will feature acX counts of the Swear-engin- e the 300, the and the Starfighter. Programs are at 1 p m. in the museum classroom. The public is invited and admission is free. Jan. 9: Jack Butler, a resident of Salt Lake City, will discuss his flight to the North Pole in a homebuilt aircraft. In June 1986, X Butler, flying a Swear-engin- e 300 from Resolute, North West Territories, Canada, successfully made a flight to the magnetic pole. Jan. 16: Col. Joe Jackson, Medal of Honor winner in Vietnam, was the pilot of a Provider in when he rescued a 4 Judy' Jasek, DVM 825 East 300 North (Hwy. 193) next to IFA) -- .USU 7 BUSINESS DEC. 14 Tor tee off times or additional information, call golf Augusta at a 998 OPEN FOR d site lessons by 1 YtHiUirlCmorD0Ctlmd Ci h In addition to its golf 7. Animal Clinic Unlike other systems, the F ull Swing simulator allows players to putt into the screen. Since the greens are displayed with a computerized grid, players must read breaks and calculate for uphill or downhill putts. High-tecoilers some benefits not found in real life Willi the push of a button, placrs can watch an instant replay of their shots from a reverse angle. Also, a small graphic located on the lower right-hanportion of the animated screen provides an overview of the hole and tracks ball flight as soon as shots arc struck. The system tracks distance, ball spin, bounce and kick, as well as distance to the green, and uphill or downhill slopes. In addition, golfers can choose course conditions by selecting tee locations and by altering green firm- - 1 rMountain View Too cold to golf? Try virtual golf Tven when theres snow on the ground. North Salt Lake and Uountiful golf enthusiasts don't have to give up their favorite pastime on one of their favorite courses, Bountiful Ridge That's because they can play Bountiful and some of the world's greatest golf courses on a high-tec- h golf December 'v d r AWWW ; AV 'X'AW t - - AVrY ' Kw vw . Lfcu |